CCRUM Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 179 Research Officer, Staff Nurse, UDC, LDC, MTS & Other Posts
Central Council for Research in Unani Medicine (Ministry of Ayush, Govt. of India) — Vacancy Advertisement No. 1/2026
The Central Council for Research in Unani Medicine (CCRUM), an autonomous body under the Ministry of Ayush, Government of India, has released Vacancy Advertisement No. 1/2026 inviting online applications for 179 vacancies across Group A, Group B, and Group C posts including Research Officer (Unani), Research Officer (Pathology), Research Officer (Physiology), Assistant Research Officer, Staff Nurse, Accounts Officer, Research Assistant, Investigator (Statistics), Medical Laboratory Technologist, Library & Information Assistant, Proof Reader, Hindi Assistant, Pharmacist, Social Worker, Radiographer, Compounder, Stenographer Grade-III, Upper Division Clerk, Lower Division Clerk, Staff Car Driver, and Multi Tasking Staff (MTS). Eligible candidates can apply online from 1 July 2026 to 31 July 2026 through the official website www.ccrum.res.in / www.ccrum.ayush.gov.in.
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CCRUM Recruitment 2026 – Overview / Summary Table
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Central Council for Research in Unani Medicine (CCRUM), Ministry of Ayush |
| Advertisement No. | 1/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 179 Posts (Group A, B & C) |
| Job Location | CCRUM HQ (New Delhi) & 24 peripheral Institutes/Centres across India (All-India transfer liability) |
| Mode of Application | Online only |
| Application Start Date | 10:00 hrs, 1 July 2026 |
| Application Closing Date | 23:59 hrs, 31 July 2026 |
| Modification Window | 3 August 2026 (10:00 hrs) to 5 August 2026 (23:59 hrs) |
| Selection Process | Online CBT + Interview (Group A) / Online CBT + Skill Test wherever applicable (Group B & C) |
| Official Website | www.ccrum.res.in / www.ccrum.ayush.gov.in |
CCRUM 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date / Time |
|---|---|
| Starting Date of Online Application & Fee Payment | 10:00 hrs, 01 July 2026 |
| Closing Date of Online Application & Fee Payment | 23:59 hrs, 31 July 2026 |
| Opening Date of Modification Window | 10:00 hrs, 03 August 2026 |
| Closing Date of Modification Window | 23:59 hrs, 05 August 2026 |
Note: Modification is chargeable at Rs. 300/- per attempt (non-refundable) and applies to all candidates, including fee-exempted categories.
CCRUM 2026 Vacancy Details (Post-wise)
Group A Posts
| Post Name | Total Posts | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|
| Research Officer (Unani) [Backlog] | 16 | Level-10 (Rs. 56100-177500) |
| Research Officer (Pathology) | 02 | Level-10 (Rs. 56100-177500) |
| Research Officer (Physiology) | 01 | Level-10 (Rs. 56100-177500) |
| Total Group A | 19 | — |
Group B Posts
| Post Name | Total Posts | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Research Officer (Pharmacology) | 01 | Level-7 (Rs. 44900-142400) |
| Assistant Research Officer (Pharmacognosy/Botany) | 02 | Level-7 (Rs. 44900-142400) |
| Staff Nurse [incl. backlog] | 07 | Level-7 (Rs. 44900-142400) |
| Accounts Officer (HQ) | 01 | Level-7 (Rs. 44900-142400) |
| Research Assistant (Chemistry) [incl. backlog] | 02 | Level-6 (Rs. 35400-112400) |
| Research Assistant (Botany) | 03 | Level-6 (Rs. 35400-112400) |
| Investigator (Statistics) [Backlog] | 03 | Level-6 (Rs. 35400-112400) |
| Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) | 12 | Level-6 (Rs. 35400-112400) |
| Library & Information Assistant (LIA) | 03 | Level-6 (Rs. 35400-112400) |
| Proof Reader | 01 | Level-6 (Rs. 35400-112400) |
| Hindi Assistant | 02 | Level-6 (Rs. 35400-112400) |
| Total Group B | 37 | — |
Group C Posts
| Post Name | Total Posts | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist [incl. backlog] | 06 | Level-5 (Rs. 29200-92300) |
| Social Worker [Backlog] | 02 | Level-5 (Rs. 29200-92300) |
| Radiographer [Backlog] | 01 | Level-5 (Rs. 29200-92300) |
| Compounder [Backlog] | 03 | Level-4 (Rs. 25500-81100) |
| Stenographer Grade-III | 07 | Level-4 (Rs. 25500-81100) |
| Upper Division Clerk (UDC) | 31 | Level-4 (Rs. 25500-81100) |
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | 26 | Level-2 (Rs. 19900-63200) |
| Staff Car Driver | 04 | Level-2 (Rs. 19900-63200) |
| Multi Tasking Staff (MTS) [incl. backlog] | 43 | Level-1 (Rs. 18000-56900) |
| Total Group C | 123 | — |
MTS sub-categories: Messenger, Ward Boy, Female Attendant, Aya, Lab Attendant, Pharmacy Attendant. Vacancies may increase/decrease at the discretion of the Council.
CCRUM 2026 Age Limit
| Post | Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Research Officer (all disciplines) | Not exceeding 40 years |
| Assistant Research Officer (Pharmacology) | Up to 30 years |
| Assistant Research Officer (Pharmacognosy/Botany) | Up to 35 years |
| Staff Nurse | Not exceeding 35 years |
| Accounts Officer (HQ) | Up to 30 years |
| Research Assistant (Chemistry/Botany) | Up to 30 years |
| Investigator (Statistics) | 30 years and below |
| Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) | Not exceeding 35 years |
| Library & Information Assistant | Up to 28 years |
| Proof Reader | 30 years and below |
| Hindi Assistant | Up to 30 years |
| Pharmacist | Between 18-25 years |
| Social Worker | Up to 28 years |
| Radiographer | Between 18-25 years |
| Compounder | 28 years and below |
| Stenographer Grade-III | Up to 28 years |
| Upper Division Clerk (UDC) | Between 18-27 years |
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | Between 18-27 years |
| Staff Car Driver | Between 18-25 years |
| Multi Tasking Staff (MTS) | Between 18-25 years |
- SC/ST: 5 years | OBC-NCL: 3 years
- PwBD (UR): 10 years | PwBD (OBC-NCL): 13 years | PwBD (SC/ST): 15 years
- Central Government Employees: up to 40 years (45 years SC/ST) for Group C posts, subject to conditions
- Widows/Divorced/Judicially Separated Women: up to 35 years (40 years SC/ST)
- Meritorious Sportspersons (Group C): 5 years (10 years SC/ST)
- Ex-Servicemen: military service period deducted from actual age, subject to conditions
- J&K domiciled candidates (1.1.1980 to 31.12.1989): 5 years
- Note: Maximum age limit after combining all cumulative relaxations shall not exceed 56 years. Age relaxation for reserved category candidates applies only when applying against vacancies reserved for that category.
CCRUM 2026 Eligibility – Educational Qualification
| Post | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|
| Research Officer (Unani) | MD/MS in Unani System of Medicine from a NCISM(CCIM)-recognized university; enrolment on Central/State Register of Unani/ISM |
| Research Officer (Pathology) | MD in Pathology from an MCI-recognized institution; enrolment on Central/State Medical Register |
| Research Officer (Physiology) | Master's in Molecular Biology/Biotechnology/Human Genetics/Genetics Engineering + 3 years relevant research experience, OR Ph.D. in the above subject |
| Asst. Research Officer (Pharmacology) | M.Sc. Pharmacology or M.V.Sc.; aptitude for research |
| Asst. Research Officer (Pharmacognosy/Botany) | Master's degree + 3 years research/teaching experience, OR Ph.D. in concerned discipline |
| Staff Nurse | B.Sc. Nursing (Hons/Regular/Post-Basic) + RN/RM registration, OR Diploma in GNM + registration + 1 year experience in a 50-bedded hospital |
| Accounts Officer (HQ) | Degree + 3 years experience in Cash/Accounts/Budget in Govt./PSU/Autonomous/Statutory body |
| Research Assistant (Chemistry/Botany) | Post Graduate degree in concerned discipline; aptitude for research |
| Investigator (Statistics) | Master's in Statistics/Mathematics (with Statistics) + 3 years relevant statistical work experience, OR Ph.D. in Statistics |
| Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) | Bachelor's Degree in Medical Laboratory Science + 2 years relevant experience |
| Library & Information Assistant | Degree + Degree in Library Science from a recognized institution |
| Proof Reader | Degree + 1-year Diploma in Books Publishing/Printing Technology/Marketing + 3 years experience |
| Hindi Assistant | Degree + Hindi knowledge equal to B.A. standard + ability to translate English-Hindi (or PG in Hindi with translation ability) |
| Pharmacist | 10+2 with Science + 2-year Diploma in Pharmacy + registration with State/Central Pharmacy Council |
| Social Worker | Degree + Diploma in Social Work + 1 year experience, OR Master's in Sociology |
| Radiographer | 10+2 Science + 2-year Diploma/Certificate in Radiography + 1 year experience |
| Compounder | Matric + 1-year Compounder Certificate in Unani System + 2 years experience |
| Stenographer Grade-III | Matric + Shorthand 80 wpm + Typing 40 wpm + computer knowledge |
| Upper Division Clerk (UDC) | Degree from a recognized university |
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | 12th Class + typing speed 35 wpm (English) / 30 wpm (Hindi) on computer |
| Staff Car Driver | Matriculation + valid LMV driving license + 3 years driving experience + knowledge of motor mechanism |
| Multi Tasking Staff (MTS) | Matriculation or equivalent, OR ITI pass in relevant subject |
Desirable qualification for many posts includes knowledge of Urdu/Arabic/Persian and/or basic computer knowledge — refer to the detailed advertisement for post-specific desirable criteria.
CCRUM 2026 Selection Process
- Group A Posts: Online Computer Based Test (CBT) of 70 marks + Interview of 30 marks.
- Group B & Group C Posts: Online CBT of 100 marks, followed by Skill Test wherever applicable (no interview).
- Questions will be bilingual (English & Hindi), except for MTS which has no negative marking.
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer (not applicable for MTS).
- Minimum Qualifying Marks in CBT: 25% for SC/ST/PwBD; 30% for UR/OBC/EWS/Ex-Servicemen categories.
- Skill Test (Qualifying): Mandatory for LDC (Typing), Stenographer Grade-III (Shorthand/Transcription), and Staff Car Driver (Driving Test).
- Interview Ratio (Group A): 1:5 for 1 vacancy, 1:4 for 2 vacancies, 1:3 for 3 or more vacancies, based on CBT rank.
- CBT Duration: 100 minutes for all posts (130 minutes for PwBD candidates with compensatory time).
- Test Centres: New Delhi/Delhi, Kolkata, Chennai, Mumbai, Hyderabad, and Guwahati (subject to change).
Skill Test Details
| Post | Skill Test |
|---|---|
| Stenographer Grade-III | Dictation @ 80 wpm for 10 mins; transcription time: 50 min (English) / 65 min (Hindi); 70/90 min for PwBD with scribe |
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | Typing test: 35 wpm English / 30 wpm Hindi; 10 minutes (30 minutes for VH candidates) |
| Hindi Assistant | Descriptive translation test (English↔Hindi), 800-1000 words |
| Staff Car Driver | Qualifying driving test as per Competent Authority procedures |
CCRUM 2026 Application Fee
| Group | Processing Fee (All Candidates) | Exam Fee (UR/OBC) | Exam Fee (SC/ST/PwBD/EWS/Women/Ex-SM) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group A | Rs. 500/- | Rs. 1500/- | Nil |
| Group B | Rs. 500/- | Rs. 1000/- | Nil |
| Group C | Rs. 500/- | Rs. 800/- | Nil |
- Processing fee is applicable to all categories, including SC/ST/PwBD/EWS/Ex-Servicemen/Women who are exempt from the examination fee.
- Payment accepted only via Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI (SBI Payment Gateway). No cash, postal order, or demand draft accepted.
- Bank charges plus GST will be levied extra depending on the payment mode.
- Candidates applying for multiple posts must pay the fee separately for each post.
- Fee once paid is non-refundable, even if the recruitment is cancelled.
How to Apply for CCRUM Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official CCRUM website: www.ccrum.res.in or www.ccrum.ayush.gov.in and go to the "Advertisement/Vacancy" tab.
- Step 1 – Registration: Create an account using Name, Father's/Mother's Name, Gender, Date of Birth, Mobile Number, Email ID, and a valid Govt. ID (Voter ID/Passport/PAN/Driving License). Verify via OTP to generate your Reference Number.
- Step 2 – Profile Filling: Log in and complete your profile — category, sub-category, basic qualification, upload photo, signature, caste certificate, PwBD certificate, ESM discharge certificate, etc.
- Step 3 – Apply for Post: Select the desired post, fill post-specific details, upload required documents, and proceed to payment. This step can be repeated for applying to multiple posts using the same login.
- Pay the applicable fee online through Net Banking/Debit Card/Credit Card/UPI.
- Download and save the duly filled application form (PDF) and payment acknowledgement for future reference. Do not send this to CCRUM by post.
Photograph & Signature Specifications
- Photograph: Latest passport-size colour photo, light background, taken in 2026, JPG/JPEG, 50-100 KB. No cap, hat, or dark glasses (religious headwear allowed if it doesn't cover the face).
- Signature: Signed on white paper with black ink pen, JPG/JPEG, 50-100 KB.
- Documents: PDF/JPG/JPEG format, 100 KB to 1000 KB per file.
CCRUM 2026 Salary / Pay Scale
| Group | Pay Level (7th CPC) | Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Group A | Level-10: Rs. 56,100 – 1,77,500 (+NPA where applicable) | Research Officer (Unani/Pathology/Physiology) |
| Group B | Level-7: Rs. 44,900 – 1,42,400 | Asst. Research Officer, Staff Nurse, Accounts Officer |
| Group B | Level-6: Rs. 35,400 – 1,12,400 | Research Assistant, Investigator, MLT, LIA, Proof Reader, Hindi Assistant |
| Group C | Level-5: Rs. 29,200 – 92,300 | Pharmacist, Social Worker, Radiographer |
| Group C | Level-4: Rs. 25,500 – 81,100 | Compounder, Stenographer Grade-III, UDC |
| Group C | Level-2: Rs. 19,900 – 63,200 | LDC, Staff Car Driver |
| Group C | Level-1: Rs. 18,000 – 56,900 | Multi Tasking Staff (MTS) |
Fresh appointees will be governed by the New Pension Scheme (NPS) and will undergo a 2-year probation period, extendable at the discretion of the competent authority.
Documents Required
- Matriculation Certificate (for Date of Birth proof)
- Educational qualification certificates & mark sheets as per post requirement
- Caste/Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS) in Central Govt. prescribed format
- PwBD Disability Certificate (indicating percentage of disability), where applicable
- Ex-Servicemen Discharge Certificate, where applicable
- No Objection Certificate (NoC) — mandatory for candidates already in Government Service
- Scanned Photograph & Signature as per prescribed specifications
- Valid Govt. Photo ID (Voter ID/Passport/PAN/Driving License/Aadhaar) for exam-day verification
Important Links
🔗 Detailed Vacancy Advertisement: Available on CCRUM official website
🔗 Online Application Link: www.ccrum.res.in / www.ccrum.ayush.gov.in
🔗 Technical Support Email: examsupport@ccrum.in
Important Points to Remember
- All posts carry All-India transfer liability — candidates must be willing to serve at any of CCRUM's 24 institutes/centres across India.
- Candidates must be citizens of India, or subjects of Nepal/Bhutan, or Tibetan refugees (pre-1962), or persons of Indian origin migrated from specified countries with an eligibility certificate.
- Admit Cards and all communications (results, call letters, corrigenda) will be hosted only on the CCRUM website — no separate postal/email dispatch.
- Calculators, mobile phones, smartwatches, Bluetooth devices, and any electronic gadgets are strictly banned in the exam hall; violation leads to disqualification and a 5-year ban from CCRUM recruitment.
- Application once submitted cannot be withdrawn, and fees once paid are non-refundable under any circumstance.
- Eligibility (age, qualification, experience) is determined as on the closing date of application and will not change even if the closing date is extended.
- Candidature is purely provisional at every stage, subject to final document/eligibility verification.
- In case of any dispute in interpreting the advertisement, the English version will prevail.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many total vacancies are there in CCRUM Recruitment 2026?
A total of 179 vacancies are notified across Group A (19), Group B (37), and Group C (123) posts.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for CCRUM 2026?
The online application window closes at 23:59 hrs on 31 July 2026.
Q3. What is the selection process for Group A posts?
Group A posts (Research Officer roles) are selected through an Online CBT (70 marks) followed by an Interview (30 marks).
Q4. Is there negative marking in the CBT exam?
Yes, 0.25 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer, except for the MTS post, which has no negative marking.
Q5. Are SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates required to pay the application fee?
They are exempted from the examination fee but must still pay the non-refundable processing fee of Rs. 500/-.
Q6. Can I apply for more than one post?
Yes, candidates can apply for multiple posts, but a separate online application and fee payment is required for each post.
Q7. Where will the CBT exam be conducted?
Test centres are located in New Delhi/Delhi, Kolkata, Chennai, Mumbai, Hyderabad, and Guwahati, subject to change by CCRUM.
Q8. What is the maximum age relaxation allowed?
Cumulative age relaxation across all categories cannot exceed a maximum age limit of 56 years.
Q9. Is the modification window available after submitting the application?
Yes, a modification window is available from 3 August 2026 to 5 August 2026, chargeable at Rs. 300/- per attempt.
Q10. Will there be an all-India job posting liability?
Yes, all posts carry All-India transfer liability, and selected candidates must be willing to serve at any CCRUM institute/centre in India.
